1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 1955 Fiat V8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat V8 (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat V8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
